Hybrid/Remote Commercial Underwriting Counsel

Pernini Legal, Inc.; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Robust Benefits Package

Job summary

Pernini Legal, Inc. seeks a Commercial Title Underwriting Counsel to provide underwriting guidance on complex real estate transactions.

This hybrid Tampa-based role supports national title operations and remote work for qualified candidates. Ideal candidates are commercial real estate attorneys or experienced title underwriters with 5–7 years of relevant experience, Florida bar in good standing, and strong analytical, negotiation, and client-relations skills.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Active Bar Admission in FLORIDA or the state of residence for remote work, in good standing.
• 5–7 years of substantive experience in title insurance underwriting or similar commercial real estate experience in a law firm.

Responsibilities

• Provide underwriting guidance and counsel on issuance of title commitments and policies.
• Interpret and apply underwriting standards within delegated authority.
• Advise colleagues on real estate settlement procedures and requirements.
• Support resolution of title issues and guide transaction strategy.
• Communicate underwriting decisions to internal teams and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and process improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Risk assessment

Relationship-building

Decision making

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Pernini Legal, Inc. seeks a Commercial Title Underwriting Counsel to provide underwriting guidance on complex real estate transactions.

This hybrid Tampa-based role supports national title operations and remote work for qualified candidates. Ideal candidates are commercial real estate attorneys or experienced title underwriters with 5–7 years of relevant experience, Florida bar in good standing, and strong analytical, negotiation, and client-relations skills.